I’m back home now! It truly is bittersweet in the sense that towards the end I was quite accustomed to London and other places in Europe, but my desire to be home was that much stronger than my familiarity with my temporary home. I couldn’t wait to return to all the loved ones I missed so dearly. This…
Author: mcastrillon@rollins.edu
Traveling: Why is it so awesome?
Growing up I always associated traveling and “being a wanderlust” with a concept for those that were well off. It’s grandiose. I could never afford that. Maybe someday when I’ve made real tangible “adult money” I can possibly go to Italy like I’ve always dreamed. Although I still think a lot of these things are…
When you hit apply and they actually follow up…
I’ve had so much free time because I’ve forced myself to only leave my dorm room once or twice a week if I’m spending money. Other times I’ll leave (about 4 – 5 times a week) is strictly for studying and exercising at the Anytime Fitness nearby. I have to make money last. It’s…
It snowed…..a lot. Plus other things
London saw snow that it hasn’t seen in about 10 years! I’ve lived in Florida my whole life and I have to say that I took the sunny weather for granted. I handled it well and stayed nice and bundled up. I guess I’m writing about this because I wasn’t really expecting to see this…
What do you have on tap?
As I sit here at Washington Dulles International Airport I realize it is a great place to reflect before I leave for London for 5 months. I have my girlfriend here with me who was willing to accompany me for the first 2 weeks as I get settled at Queen Mary University of London in…